Chobe Chilwero holds so many top cards: an unbeatable location on the Chobe River outside Chobe National Park, a full-service spa and its own boats for sundowner cruises or photographic expeditions to capture crocodiles, hippos, elephants and birds. Add views across the floodplains all the way to Namibia and the option of day-trips to Victoria Falls, and you have a full house.

The rooms are contemporary with clean lines and all the mod cons, including electric blankets for chilly winter nights during high season. The children’s club promises great fun with everything from making pizzas and playing croquet on the lawn to shorter game drives and treasure hunts. There are two-bedroom suites and a pool suite available for families and honeymooners.